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, Gita Chadha, is recognized for her pioneering work in reimagining science through a feminist lens, challenging long-standing hierarchies of knowledge and power.

Her intellectual contribution reminds us that true objectivity must include the perspectives of those traditionally excluded from the laboratory and the lecture hall. By critiquing the gendered nature of scientific pursuit, her work ensures that the conversation on Feminist Epistemology and Intellectual Equality remains constant and loud—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate Gita Chadha’s unwavering resolve to use her platform as a tool for social impact and for democratizing the way we understand our world, which is precisely the kind of advocacy we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Pooja Biraia, is honoured for her sensitive report unpacking the complex realities of bullying—from classrooms to cyberspace.

Her work is vital for its focus on care, counselling, and accountability over punishment, reminding us that breaking the cycle of violence requires empathy and systemic support. By foregrounding the mental health of all involved, her reporting ensures that the conversation on Cyber Safety and Compassionate Education remains constant and loud—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate Pooja Biraia’s unwavering resolve to use her platform as a tool for social impact and for advocating for a safer, more empathetic environment for our youth, which is precisely the kind of advocacy we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Tapasya T, is honoured for her investigation into how gender often disappears in policy, exposing the stark silences between data and lived reality.

Her work reminds us that "neutral" data can often mask systemic inequality. By uncovering how women and marginalized genders are sidelined in bureaucratic frameworks, her reporting ensures that the conversation on Gender-Responsive Policy and Data Justice remains constant and loud—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate Tapasya T’s unwavering resolve to use her platform as a tool for social impact and for making the invisible visible through rigorous inquiry, which is precisely the kind of advocacy we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Kainaz Karmakar & Harshad Rajadhyaksha, are celebrated for Nanhi Kali’s moving film, “Lessons from a Football.”

Their creative work beautifully captures the spirit of girls who are reclaiming their strength and confidence through sports. The film reminds us that Empowerment Through Play is a powerful catalyst for social change. By showcasing the grit of these young athletes, their work ensures that the conversation on Girls' Education and Physical Agency remains constant and loud—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate their unwavering resolve to use their creative platform as a tool for social impact and for inspiring a new generation of girls to take the field, which is precisely the kind of advocacy we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Vaivab Das, is recognized for their critical Web Investigative Story, "The Reality of India’s Transgender Welfare Boards."

Their deep-dive reporting reminds us that inclusive legislation is only as good as its implementation. By exposing the gap between policy promises and the lived experiences of the community, their work ensures that the conversation on Transgender Rights and Administrative Accountability remains constant and loud—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate Vaivab Das’s unwavering resolve to use their platform as a tool for social impact and for demanding that the state fulfills its promise of dignity for all, which is precisely the kind of advocacy we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Aliya Bashir, "By framing the climate crisis through a gender-equity lens, my work advocates for transformative solutions that empower women as central agents of change while addressing systemic inequalities."

Aliya Bashir’s reportage is a vital example of how Gender-Conscious Narratives can bridge the gap between global climate policies and grassroots realities.

By centering the lived experiences of women—who often bear the brunt of environmental shifts—her work moves beyond traditional reporting to demand Equality in Action.

This focus on women’s agency and leadership in the face of conflict and climate change sets a high standard for Gender Sensitivity in Media, proving that inclusive storytelling is the first step toward a more just and sustainable world.